ostelli

Ostelli is the plural form of the Italian noun ostello, which means hostel. In Italian, ostello refers to a lodging facility offering basic accommodations, often used by travelers, students, or pilgrims, and the plural ostelli describes more than one such establishment. In English-language writing, ostelli is rarely used; most speakers would say hostels or youth hostels instead, with ostello being borrowed directly in some contexts.

Ostello derives from Italian and is used throughout Italy and in Italian-speaking communities. The plural ostelli can appear in travel guides, inventory listings, and discussions about subsistence lodging, particularly in texts that aim to preserve original Italian terminology.

Ostelli is also a surname of Italian origin. It may be encountered in Italian diaspora communities and genealogical records. As with many surnames, its distribution is not limited to a single region and can appear in various countries through migration.